Position Summary The Human Resources Director plans, develops and implements strategies that help ensure that Prep’s mission is reflected in our professional culture, policies and people. The role encompasses various human resources functions, including benefits, compensation, faculty/administration relations, staff development and training, performance management and evaluation, recognition programs, hiring and HR policy development and compliance. The HR Director partners with senior administration members on policies and programs to ensure the school is in alignment with best practices in school human resources strategies, serves as an accessible resource to all school employees on HR related matters; and helps foster an overall culture that supports the retention and satisfaction of our talented faculty and staff. This position reports to the President, and is a member of the President’s Cabinet.
Primary areas of responsibility:
Employee Relations
Counsel employees on benefits, management issues, professional development, etc.
Assist/recommend trainings on relevant HR and workplace issues
Collaborate with school and departmental leadership on employee development, evaluation, recognition and other areas
Serve as a resource/mediator to help ensure positive outcomes to employee issues
Employee Lifecycle
Maintain personnel files and produce reports for outside entities to comply with local government and federal regulations as needed
Generate and maintain job descriptions for all positions
Work with departmental heads to place employment ads and screen resumes for open positions
Oversee performance review and evaluation process
Manage background check process for incoming employees and camp counselors. Also execute and maintain the Maryland Employment History Review process
Oversee onboarding and offboarding for all employees (full time, part time and seasonal)
Benchmark marketplace compensation and benefits and ensure Prep remains competitive
Health Benefits, Workers Compensation, Disability, and Ancillary Benefit Programs
Lead benefits administration including enrollments, terminations and claims
Present open enrollment meetings and distribute information regarding benefit changes
Service as the chief contact for benefit programs
Respond to and monitor employment verifications and workers compensation claims
Other
Ensure compliance with VIRTUS (Protecting God’s Children) training for all faculty, staff and volunteers who are regularly on campus
Continually manage and maintain Employee Handbook and related policies
Ensure proactive adherence to local and federal laws and regulations relating to employment matters
Other related duties as assigned
Crucial qualities and competencies
At least ten (10) years of experience in a human resources leadership role
Flexibility and initiative, as well as the ability to work independently, combined with the skills for thriving in a team environment
High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information
Organizational skills and close attention to detail, with ability to prioritize to meet deadlines
Experience operating, updating and reporting in HRIS systems (Paycom, Paylocity, ADP, etc.)
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
Additional qualifications
B.A./B.S. degree. Certification in Human Resources or advanced degree preferred
Human Resources experience in an independent school environment preferred
